Area News

Cornelia art proposal exposes simmering tensions

What began as a creative pitch for a public art master plan turned into a tense moment at the Cornelia City Commission workshop earlier ...

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Community urged to ‘Stand Up for Veterans’ at June 6 Rally in Cleveland

CLEVELAND, Ga. — Concerned citizens are invited to gather in support of U.S. military veterans at a public rally this Friday, June 6, from ...

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TMU alumni, staff gather to worship before upcoming stand-in

Words of comfort and reassurance were shared at the Yonah Campground Clubhouse Thursday night as Truett-McConnell University alumni and staff gathered in worship and ...

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Wanted murder suspect and two others arrested in Hall County drug bust

A wanted murder suspect and two other individuals were arrested during a drug investigation in Gainesville this week, according to the Hall County Sheriff’s ...

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Help Name the Road to the New Habersham County Animal Shelter

As progress continues on the new Habersham County Animal Shelter, officials are turning to the public for help with a meaningful finishing touch: naming ...

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TMU Stand-In for Truth: Prayer service, protest planned amid sex abuse scandal

Truett McConnell University (TMU) alumni are planning prayer meetings and a protest this week in the wake of a sex scandal that has rocked ...

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District Attorney opens door to possible prosecution in Truett McConnell sex scandal

WARNING: This article contains sensitive content about alleged sexual abuse, which may be distressing to some readers. Reader discretion is advised. If you need ...

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Guests enjoy tethered rides as Helen Balloon fest waits to start

Hundreds of spectators filled the perimeter of the launch field on Thursday morning to watch the start of the Helen to the Atlantic Balloon ...

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Cornelia City Commission sets estimated rollback rate

Cornelia commissioners approved the city’s estimated millage rollback rate at their regular monthly meeting on Tuesday. The rate of 9.5 mills is the same ...

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The Big Red Apple turns 99

It was erected as a monument to Cornelia’s once-thriving apple industry and now stands as the centerpiece of the city’s historic downtown. The Big ...

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